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280 Japanese lace stitches, a dictionary of beautiful openwork patterns, by the editors of Nihon Vogue ; introduction by Gayle Roehm ; translated from Japanese by Gayle Roehm

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280 Japanese lace stitches

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by the editors of Nihon Vogue ; introduction by Gayle Roehm ; translated from Japanese by Gayle Roehm

a dictionary of beautiful openwork patterns

280 Japanese Lace Stitches is a fun and informative resource for experienced knitters. This book is filled with a wonderful variety of beautiful, openwork stitch patterns, including leaf patterns, diamonds, circles and waves-perennial favorites that can be applied to every type of project, from sweaters to blankets. With full-color photos and expert explanations of the symbols and patterns, knitters can expand their knowledge of this elegant and classic style.--, Amazon.com

Introduction -- Sample projects. Rectangular shawl in leaf pattern ; Long cowl in wave pattern ; Triangular striped shawl ; Shawl in diagonal pattern ; Handwarmers with circle pattern ; Short cowl ; Hat ; Headband ; Silk and cotton arm covers ; Stripe-textured shawl ; Triangular mohair shawl ; Reading and using the stitch charts -- Flower stitch patterns -- Leaf stitch patterns -- Geometric forms -- Lines and linear patterns -- Waves and zigzags -- Combinations -- Patterns for the projects. Rectangular shawl in leaf pattern ; Long cowl in wave pattern ; Triangular striped shawl ; Shawl in diagonal pattern ; Handwarmers with circle pattern ; Short cowl ; Triangular mohair shawl ; Hat ; Headband ; Silk and cotton arm covers ; Stripe-textured shawl -- How to work the stitch symbols -- Yarns used in this book

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Two hundred eighty Japanese lace stitches